Monthly precipitation fell in some areas of Moscow in less than two hours.

The monthly precipitation rate fell in some areas of Moscow in less than two hours. This was announced on July 15 by the metropolitan complex of urban economy in the Telegram channel.

It is specified that the largest amount of precipitation was recorded in the Northern Administrative District (SAO) — up to 85 mm, as well as in the Eastern Administrative District (VAO) — up to 75 mm.

In addition, the Moscow State Traffic Inspectorate reported that traffic was completely blocked on Dmitrov highway in the area of house 62 as a result of flooding due to heavy rain. By now, traffic has been restored.

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Earlier in the day, forecasters reported that clouds with clarifications are expected in the capital on July 15, with short-term rain, heavy in some places, thunderstorms and hail in some areas. In addition, easterly and northeasterly winds of 5-10 m/s are expected, with gusts of up to 20 m/s in a thunderstorm.